# Monopoly Deal

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2014
- **BGG Rating**: 6.4
- **BGG Rank**: #3825
- **Players**: 2-3 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 15 min
- **Weight**: 1.29 / 5
- **Designers**: Katharine Chapman
- **Publishers**: ASS Altenburger Spielkarten, Cartamundi, Hasbro, Rewe
- **Categories**: Card Game, Economic
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Set Collection, Take That

## Verdict
Perfect for those who want the cunning of Monopoly in fast, intense doses.Very short and dynamic gamesExtremely portable and practicalHigh and competitive interactionSimple and intuitive rulesReduced deck limits player countLuck heavily influences the outcomeRECOMMENDED

## Description
Ever wanted the thrill of Monopoly without the three-hour marathon or the family arguments over infinite rent? Monopoly Deal delivers exactly that. This is the 'lite' version of the card game, designed to be fast, frantic, and extremely portable. Instead of a massive board, everything happens in your hand and on the table, with games lasting around 15 minutes. The goal is simple, but the execution is pure adrenaline: you need to complete three full property sets before your opponents to claim victory.

The game is a constant tug-of-war. You use money cards to buy properties, but the real fun begins with the action cards. Want to steal a property from your friend? There's a card for that. Want to force someone to buy a property they don't want? That's also an option. It's a continuous cycle of 'I'm almost winning' and 'Wait, now you've lost everything!', making the experience a true emotional rollercoaster.

This specific edition is the promotional version distributed by supermarket chains (such as Morrisons in the UK), meaning it features a reduced deck of 52 cards, tailored for 2 to 3 players. It preserves the core essence of the original game, including forced purchase cards, wildcards, and the essential money cards. It's the perfect choice for those who enjoy the competitiveness of Monopoly in a pocket-sized format that doesn't require hours of commitment. If you love card games with high interaction where luck blends with the cunning of sabotaging your neighbor, this compact deck is the ideal entry point.

## FAQ
### How long does a game last?
It's super fast! Games average around 15 minutes.

### How many people can play?
This promotional version is balanced for 2 to 3 players.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are simple, and most instructions are right on the cards.

### Do I need to know English to play?
Barely. There is very little text, making it easy to memorize and low on language dependency.

### What's included in the box?
A 52-card deck, including properties, money, wildcards, and action cards.